Time Zone |
Pacific/Guam |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+10 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
America/Antigua |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Hagåtña, the capital of Guam, is located on the southern tip of the Marianas Islands in the Western Pacific Ocean. This small town, a blend of Chamorro indigenous culture and Spanish colonial flavor, is the political, historical and cultural heart of Guam. As the center of Spanish colonial rule (1668-1898), Agana retains centuries-old buildings such as the Dulce Nombre de Maria Cathedral Basilica, and its Plaza de España, once the seat of the Spanish Viceroy's residence, still bears the colonial elegance. The Plaza de España, once the seat of the Spanish Viceroy, still bears the mark of colonial elegance. Though only about one square kilometer in size, Guam is a major hub for tourism, with the scenic Agana Bay and the city's Chamorro Village showcasing traditional indigenous crafts and cuisine. As a neighboring city to the U.S. military base on Guam, Agana combines the conveniences of a modern city with the relaxation of a tropical island, making it an ideal starting point for exploring Guam's history and nature.
Located in the northwestern part of the island of Antigua in Antigua and Barbuda, Codrington is an important historical town and cultural landmark in the country. Named after Christopher Codrington, a 17th-century English plantation owner, the town was once one of the centers of the Caribbean sugar trade, and still retains colonial stone buildings, windmill ruins, and the remains of the old wharf, which bear witness to the changing history of the Caribbean Sea. Nestled in the mountains, the town boasts a tranquil bay with a charming Caribbean flavor that attracts history buffs and tourists alike to explore each year. Codrington is also an important part of the Antigua Cultural Festival, where local residents showcase their unique culture through traditional music, dance and crafts, making it an excellent window into the history and culture of Antigua and Barbuda.